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NK53 BBX

2003 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

47,124 mi
Last recorded47,124 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 BBX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 47,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 40,981 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2025 40,972 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2024 34,770 miles

Front Brake lever reserve travel requirement only just met

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre perished/slight cracking

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 30,237 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 26,096 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 23,626 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 21,510 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 18,480 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 17,893 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 17,351 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 16,576 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 16,423 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 16,032 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Return spring missing from rear brake control.

Pass 12 Mar 2013 16,032 miles

Return spring missing from rear brake control.

Pass 13 Mar 2012 15,128 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2011 13,095 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 12,354 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 10,578 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 7,739 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 3,947 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
596
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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NK53 BBX is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 11,897 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK53 BBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK53 BBX registered?

NK53 BBX is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is NK53 BBX safe to buy?

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